Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships

The Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships are prestigious scholarships awarded to outstanding Indian students to support them in pursuing postgraduate studies abroad. These scholarships aim to help students achieve excellence in various fields of study by providing financial assistance for tuition and living expenses.

Eligibility

● The maximum funding given by the Foundation is USD 100,000.

● Indian nationals residing in India.

● Applicants must be under 30 years of age as of July 1 of the year of application.

● Strong academic performance is essential. Typically, applicants must have a first-class undergraduate degree.

● Relevant work experience in the chosen field may be advantageous

● Required minimum percentage/grade

❖ For Social Sciences, Humanities, Law, Fine Arts, Architecture and related subjects, candidates must have a minimum academic grade of 65%, CGPA 6.8/10, or GPA 2.6/4 from a recognized university/institution.

❖ For Mathematics, Sciences, Environment and related subjects, candidates must have a minimum academic grade of 70%, CGPA 7.2/10, or GPA 2.8/4 from a recognized university/institution.

● It is essential to have prior admission to the institution and course chosen at the time of the application. The Foundation will not consider candidates without evidence of admission.

● Candidates who have an English language certification as a conditional part of their offer letter need to attain that certification before applying for the scholarship.

● Candidates having a postgraduate qualification (e.g. Master’s or PhD) from an institution abroad are not eligible to apply.

● Candidates who are already studying or have started their postgraduate education at an institution abroad are not eligible to apply.

What does the scholarship cover?

● Full or partial funding for tuition fees at overseas universities.

● A stipend to cover living expenses for the duration of the course.

● One-way travel expenses from India to the country of study.

● The scholarship may also cover other related expenses such as health insurance or supplies, depending on the individual needs of the scholar.

Required Documents

● Completed Application Form

● Proof of Admission

● Personal Statement

● Academic Transcripts and Certificates

● Curriculum Vitae (CV)

● Portfolio (If Applicable)

● Letters of Recommendation

● Passport Copy

● Proof of Financial Need

● Work Experience (If Applicable)

● English Language Proficiency Test (If Required by University)

How to Apply?

● Make sure you have all the required documents before starting the application process.

● Upload all necessary documents through the Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation’s online application portal.

● If you are shortlisted, you will be called for an interview (typically in Mumbai or via video call).

Deadline

The application window generally opens in February and closes in March each year.